1986 Ford Supercab Ranger - dual Optima Batteries - Photo 08

As much weight as possible was shifted over and behind the rear axle. Dual Optima batteries sit directly above the axle to increase traction. You can also see the upper links of the four-link rear suspension. No complicated trailing arms are required for this. Instead, each upper or lower link is simply a chromoly tube of the correct length with a Heim joint at each end.